IMPORTANT : This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throw - ing objects . Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death . WARNING : In order to prevent ac - â¢ Never direct discharged material cidental starting when setting up , trans - toward anyone . Avoid discharging porting , adjusting or making repairs , material against a wall or obstruction . always disconnect spark plug wire and Material may ricochet back toward the place wire where it cannot contact spark operator . Stop the blades when cross - plug . ing gravel surfaces . â¢ Do not operate machine without the WARNING : Do not coast down a entire grass catcher , discharge guard , hill in neutral , you may lose control of the or other safety devices in place and tractor . working WARNING : Tow only the attachments â¢ Slowdown before turning . â¢ Never leave a running machine that are recommended by and comply with unattended . Always turn off blades , specifications of the manufacturer of your set parking brake , stop engine , and tractor . Use common sense when towing . remove keys before dismounting . Operate only at the lowest possible speed â¢ Disengage blades when not mowing . when on a slope . Too heavy of a load , Shut off engine and wait for all parts to while on a slope , is dangerous . Tires can come to a complete stop before clean - lose traction with the ground and cause ing the machine , removing the grass you to lose control of your tractor . catcher , or unclogging the discharge WARNING : Engine exhaust , some guard . of its constituents , and certain vehicle â¢ Operate machine only in daylight or components contain or emit chemicals good artificial light . known to the State of California to cause â¢ Do not operate the machine while cancer and birth defects or other reproduc - under the influence of alcohol or drugs . tive harm . â¢ Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways . WARNING : Battery posts , terminals â¢ Use extra care when loading or unload - and related accessories contain lead and ing the machine into a trailer or truck . lead compounds , chemicals known to the â¢ Always wear eye protection when oper - State of California to cause cancer and ating machine . birth defects or other reproductive harm . â¢ Data indicates that operators , age 60 Wash hands after handling . years and above , are involved in a I . GENERAL OPERATION large percentage of riding mower - re - â¢ Read , understand , and follow all lated injuries . These operators should instructions on the machine and in the evaluate their ability to operate the manual before starting . riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious â¢ Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the machine . Keep clear injury â¢ Follow the manufacturer's recommen - of the discharge opening at all times . â¢ Only allow responsible adults , who are dation for wheel weights or counter - familiar with the instructions , to operate weights . the machine . â¢ Keep machine free of grass , leaves or â¢ Clear the area of objects such as other debris build - up which can touch rocks , toys , wire , etc . , which could be hot exhaust / engine parts and burn . picked up and thrown by the blades . Do not allow the mower deck to plow â¢ Be sure the area is clear of bystand - leaves or other debris which can cause ers before operating . Stop machine if build - up to occur . Clean any oil or fuel anyone enters the area . spillage before operating or storing the â¢ Never carry passengers . machine . Allow machine to cool before â¢ Do not mow in reverse unless abso - storage . lutely necessary . Always look down and behind before and while backing . 3 Page: 4

I1 . SLOPE OPERATION â¢ Never carry children , even with the Slopes are a major factor related to loss of blades shut off . They may fall off and control and tip - over accidents , which can be seriously injured or interfere with result in severe injury or death . Opera - safe machine operation . Children who tion on all slopes requires extra caution . If have been given rides in the past may you cannot back up the slope or if you feel suddenly appear in the mowing area uneasy on it , do not mow it . for another ride and be run over or â¢ Mow up and down slopes , not across . backed over by the machine . â¢ Watch for holes , ruts , bumps , rocks , or â¢ Never allow children to operate the other hidden objects . Uneven terrain machine . could overturn the machine . Tall grass â¢ Use extra care when approaching blind can hide obstacles . corners , shrubs , trees , or other objects â¢ Choose a low ground speed so that that may block your view of a child . you will not have to stop or shift while IV , TOWING on the slope . â¢ Tow only with a machine that has a â¢ Do not mow on wet grass . Tires may lose traction . hitch designed for towing . Do not at - tach towed equipment except at the Always keep the machine in gear when hitch point . going down slopes . Do not shift to â¢ Followthe manufacturer's recommen - neutral and coast downhill . dation for weight limits for towed equip - â¢ Avoid starting , stopping , or turning on ment and towing on slopes . a slope . If the tires lose traction , dis - â¢ Never allow children or others in or on engage the blades and proceed slowly towed equipment . straight down the slope . â¢ On slopes , the weight of the towed â¢ Keep all movement on the slopes slow equipment may cause loss of traction and gradual . Do not make sudden and loss of control . changes in speed or direction , which could cause the machine to roll over . Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop . â¢ Use extra care while operating ma - chine with grass catchers or other at - V . SERVICE tachments ; they can affect the stability SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE of the machine . Do no use on steep To avoid personal injury or property slopes . damage , use extreme care in handling â¢ Do not try to stabilize the machine by gasoline . Gasoline is extremely flammable putting your foot on the ground . and the vapors are explosive . â¢ Do not mow near drop - offs , ditches , â¢ Extinguish all cigarettes , cigars , pipes , or embankments . The machine could and other sources of ignition . suddenly roll over if a wheel is over the â¢ Use only approved gasoline container . edge or if the edge caves in . â¢ Never remove gas cap or add fuel with II1 . CHILDREN the engine running . Allow engine to Tragic accidents can occur if the operator cool before refueling . â¢ Never fuel the machine indoors . is not alert to the presence of children . Children are often attracted to the machine â¢ Never store the machine or fuel con - and the mowing activity . Never assume tainer where there is an open flame , that children will remain where you last spark , or pilot light such as on a water saw them . heater or other appliances . â¢ Never fill containers inside a vehicle â¢ Keep children out of the mowing area and in the watchful care of a respon - or on a truck or trailer bed with plastic sible adult other than the operator . liner . Always place containers on the â¢ Be alert and turn machine off if a child ground away from your vehicle when enters the area . filling . â¢ Before and while backing , look behind and down for small children . Page: 5

â¢ Removegas - poweredequipmentfrom Check their proper operation regularly . the truckor trailerand refuelit on the â¢ Keep machine free of grass , leaves , or ground . If this is not possible , then other debris build - up . Clean oil or fuel refuelsuch equipmentwith a portable spillage and remove any fuel - soaked debris . Allow machine to cool before container , ratherthanfrom a gasoline dispensernozzle . storing . â¢ Keepthe nozzle incontactwiththe grimat â¢ If you strike a foreign object , stop and of the fuel tankor containeropenin . inspect the machine . Repair , if neces - all times until fuelingis complete Do . sary , before restarting . not usea nozzlelock - nopendevicege â¢ Never make any adjustments or repairs â¢ If fuel is spilledon clothing , cha with the engine running . clothingimmediately . â¢ Check grass catcher components and â¢ Neveroverfillfuel tank . Replacegas the discharge guard frequently and capand tighten securely . replace with manufacturer's recom - mended parts , when necessary . GENERAL SERVICE â¢ Mower blades are sharp . Wrap the â¢ Never operate machine in a closed blade or wear gloves , and use extra area . caution when servicing them . â¢ Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure â¢ Check brake operation frequently . Ad - the equipment is in safe working condi - just and service as required . tion . â¢ Maintain or replace safety and instruc - â¢ Never tamper with safety devices . tion labels , as necessary . â¢ Before and while backing , look behind â¢ Be sure the area is clear of bystand - and down for small children . ers before operating . Stop machine if â¢ Mow up and down slopes ( 15 Â° Max ) , anyone enters the area . not across . â¢ Never carry passengers . â¢ Choose a low ground speed so that â¢ Do not mow in reverse unless abso - you will not have to stop or shift while lutely necessary . Always look down on the slope . and behind before and while backing . â¢ Avoid starting , stopping , or turning on â¢ Never carry children , even with the a slope . If the tires lose traction , dis - blades shut off . They may fall off and engage the blades and proceed slowly be seriously injured or interfere with straight down the slope . safe machine operation . Children who â¢ If machine stops while going uphill , have been given rides in the past may disengage blades , shift into reverse suddenly appear in the mowing area and back down slowly . for another ride and be run over or â¢ Do not turn on slopes unless neces - backed over by the machine . sary , and then , turn slowly and gradu - â¢ Keep children out of the mowing area ally downhill , if possible . and in the watchful care of a respon - sible adult other than the operator . â¢ Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the area . 5 Page: 6

In the state of California the above is PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS required by law ( Section 4442 of the Gasoline 4 Gallons California Public Resources Code ) . Other Capacity Unleaded states may have similar laws . Federal and Type : Regular laws apply on federal lands . A spark ar - Oil Type SAE 30 ( above 32 Â° F ) rester for the muffler is available through API - SG - SL ) : SAE 5W - 30 your nearest Sears service center ( See ( below 32 Â° F ) REPAIR PARTS section of this manual ) . Oil Capacity : W / Filter : 4.0 Pints REPAIR PROTECTION W / O Filter : 3.75 Pints AGREEMENTS Spark Plug : Champion QC12YC Congratulations on making a smart pur - ( Gap : . 040 " ) chase . Your new Craftsman Â® product is designed and manufactured for years of Ground Speed Forward : 0 - 5.5 dependable operation . But like all products , ( MPH ) : Reverse : 0 - 2.4 it may require repair from time to time . That's Tire Pressure : Front : 14 PSI when having a Repair Protection Agreement Rear : 10 PSI can save you money and aggravation . Purchase a Repair Protection Agreement Charging System : 16 Amps @ 3600 RPM now and protect yourself from unexpected Battery : Amp / Hr : 35 hassle and expense . Min . CCA : 280 Here's what's included in the Agreement : Case size : U1R â¢ Expert service by our 12,000 profe - sional repair specialists . Blade Bolt Torque : 45 - 55 Ft . Lbs . â¢ Unlimited service and no charge for CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase parts and labor on all covered repairs . of a new tractor . It has been designed , â¢ Product replacement if your covered product can't be fixed . engineered and manufactured to give â¢ Discount of 10 % from regular price of you the best possible dependability and service and service - related parts not performance . covered by the agreement ; also , 10 % Should you experience any problem you off regular price of preventive mainte - cannot easily remedy , please contact a nance check . Sears or other qualified service center . â¢ Fast help by phone - phone support We have competent , well - trained techni - from a Sears technician on products cians and the proper tools to service or requiring in - home repair , plus conve - repair this tractor . nient repair scheduling . Please read and retain this manual . The Once you purchase the Agreement , a instructions will enable you to assemble simple phone call is all that it takes for you and maintain your tractor properly . Always to schedule service . You can call anytime observe the " SAFETY RULES " . day or night , or schedule a service ap - pointment online . CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Sears has over 12,000 professional repair â¢ Read and observe the safety rules . specialists , who have access to over 4.5 â¢ Follow a regular schedule in main - million quality parts and accessories . taining , caring for and using your tractor . That's the kind of professionalism you can â¢ Follow the instructions under " Mainte - count on to help prolong the life of your nance " and " Storage " sections of this new purchase for years to come . Purchase owner's manual . your Repair Protection Agreement today ! _ , WARNING : This tractor is equipped Some limitations and exclusions apply . with an internal combustion engine and For prices and additional information should not be used on or near any unim - call 1 - 800 - 827 - 6655 . proved forest - covered , brush - covered or SEARS INSTALLATION SERVICE grass - covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark For Sears professional installation of home arrester meeting applicable local or state appliances , garage door openers , water laws ( if any ) . If a spark arrester is used , it heaters , and other major home items , in should be maintained in effective working the U . S . A . call 1 - 800 - 4 - MY - HOME Â® order by the operator . Page: 7

Slope Sheet Keys For Future Use ( 2 ) Keys Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory . When right or left hand is mentioned in 3 . Slide seat until a comfortable position this manual , it means , from your point of is reached which allows you to press view , when you are in the operating posi - clutch / brake pedal all the way down . tion ( seated behind the steering wheel ) . 4 . Get off seat without moving its ad - justed position . TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM 5 . Raise seat and tighten adjustment CARTON knob securely . UNPACK CARTON 1 . Cut along dotted lines on all four pan - els of carton . Remove end panels and Adjustment _ lay side panels flat . 2 . Remove packing materials . 3 . Remove protective materials from trac - Knob _ _ tor hood and grille . IMPORTANT : Check for and remove any NOTE : You may now roll or drive your staplesin skid that may puncture tires tractor off the skid . Follow the appropriate where tractor is to roll off skid . instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid . HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR CHECK BATTERY TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID ( See 1 . Lift hood to raised position . Operation section for location and NOTE : If this battery is put into service function of controls ) after month and year indicated on label 1 . Press lift lever plunger and raise ( label located between terminals ) charge attachment lift lever to its highest po - battery for minimum of one hour at 6 - 10 sition . amps . ( See " BATTERY " in Maintenance 2 . Release parking brake by depressing section of this manual for charging instruc - brake pedal . tions ) . 3 . Place freewheel control in " trans - mission disengaged " position ( See " TO TRANSPORT " in the Operation section of this manual ) . 4 . Roll tractor forward off skid . Label TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID ( See Operation section for location and function of controls ) ADJUST SEAT _ i _ WARNING : Before starting , read , un - 1 . derstand and follow all instructions in the Raise seat and loosen adjustment knob . Operation section of this manual . Be sure . tractor is in a well - ventilated area . Be sure Lower seat into operating position and sit in seat . the area in front of tractor is clear of other people and objects . 7 Page: 8

1 . Be sure all the above assembly steps # ' CHECKLIST have been completed . Before you operate your new tractor , we 2 . Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank wish to assure that you receive the best with gasoline . performance and satisfaction from this 3 . Place freewheel control in " trans - Quality Product . mission engaged " position . ( See " TO Please review the following checklist : TRANSPORT " in the Operation section , / All assembly instructions have been of this manual ) . completed . 4 . Sit on seat in operating position , de - , / No remaining loose parts in carton . press brake pedal and set the parking , / Battery is properly prepared and brake . charged . ( Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps ) . 5 . Press lift lever plunger and raise , / Seat is adjusted comfortably and tight - attachment lift lever to its highest posi - ened securely . tion . , / All tires are properly inflated . ( For ship - 6 . Start the engine . After engine has ping purposes , the tires were overin - started , move throttle control to idle flated at the factory ) . position . 7 . Release parking brake . , / Be sure mower deck is properly leveled 8 . Slowly depress forward drive pedal and side - to - side / front - to - rear for best cutting drive tractor off skid . results . ( Tires must be properly inflated for leveling ) . 9 . Apply brake to stop tractor and set parking brake . , / Check mower and drive belts . Be sure 10 . Turn ignition key to " STOP " position . they are routed properly around pulleys Continue with the instructions that follow . and inside all belt keepers . , / Check wiring . See that all connections CHECK TIRE PRESSURE are still secure and wires are properly clamped . The tires on your tractor were overinflated , / Before driving tractor , be sure freewheel at the factory for shipping purposes . Cor - control is in " transmission engaged " rect tire pressure is important for best position ( see " TO TRANSPORT " in the cutting performance . Operation section of this manual ) . â¢ Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in " PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS " section While learning how to use your tractor , pay of this manual . extra attention to the following important items : CHECK DECK LEVELNESS , / Engine oil is at proper level . For best cutting results , mower hous - , / Fuel tank is filled with fresh , clean , regu - ing should be properly leveled . See " TO lar unleaded gasoline . LEVEL MOWER HOUSING " in the Service , / Become familiar with all controls , their and Adjustments section of this manual . location and function . Operate them CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION before you start the engine . OF ALL BELTS , / Be sure brake system is in safe operat - ing condition . See the figures that are shown for replac - , / Be sure Operator Presence System ing motion and mower blade drive belts and Reverse Operation System ( ROS ) in the Service and Adjustments section are working properly ( See the Opera - of this manual . Verify that the belts are tion and Maintenance sections in this routed correctly . manual ) . CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM , / It is important to purge the transmission After you learn how to operate your trac - before operating your tractor for the first tor , check to see that the brake is properly time . Follow proper starting and trans - adjusted . See " TO ADJUST BRAKE " in mission purging instructions ( See " TO the Service and Adjustments section of START ENGINE " and " PURGE TRANS - this manual . MISSION " in the Operation section of this manual ) . Page: 9

Thesesymbols mayappearon yourtractoror inliteraturesuppliedwiththe product . Learnand understandtheirmeaning . R N H I ' . , I " _ REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION SWITCH 6 G o , I 6 ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE OPERATION LOCKED UNLOCKED SYSTEM tROS ) t Oi , , , . @ E FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE OVER TEMP FORWARD MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT LIGHT m ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED DANGER , KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY ( SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION ) _ D DANGER indicates a hazard which , if not avoided , LIGHTS ON will result in death or serious injury . WARNING indicates a hazard which , if not avoided , could result in death or serious injury . FREE WHEEL ( Automatic Models only ) CAUTION indicates a hazard which , if not avoided , might result in minor or moderate injury . & CAUTION when used without the alert symbol , indicates a situation that could result in damage to the tractor and / or engine . Failure to follow instructions could result in serious injury or HOT SURFACES indicates a hazard which , death . The safety alert symbol if not avoided , could result in death , serious injury , Jl _ { { tll / IJll ; , , and / or property damage . is used to identify safety inform - ation about hazards which can FIRE indicates a hazard which , if not avoided , result in death , serious injury could result in death , serious injury and / or and / or property damage . property damage . 9 Page: 10

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments . Save this manual for future reference . ROS " ON " Position Ignition Switch Attachment Clutch Switch Lift Lever Plunger Throttle Control Clutch / Brake Attachment Lift Lever Choke Control Freewheel Parking Brake Motion Control Lever Light Switch 02 _ ql Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute . AMMETER - Indicates battery charging IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and ( + ) or discharging ( - ) . stopping the engine . ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH - Used LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release to engage the mower blades , or other at - attachment lift lever when changing its tachments mounted to your tractor . position . ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on and off . raise , lower and adjust the mower deck or MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects the other attachments mounted to your tractor . CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting speed and direction of the tractor . PARKING BRAKE - Locks clutch / brake a cold engine . CLUTCH / BRAKE PEDAL - Used for into the brake position . THROTTLE CONTROL - Used to control declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine . engine speed . REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM ( ROS ) " ON " FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Disengages POSITON - Allows operation of mower deck or transmission for pushing or slowly towing other powered attachment while in reverse . the tractor with the engine off . 10 Page: 11

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes , which can result in severe eye damage . Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs . We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles . HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR â¢ Never use choke to stop engine . TO SET PARKING BRAKE IMPORTANT : Leaving the ignition switch in any position other than " STOP " will cause Your tractor is equipped with an operator the battery to discharge and go dead . presence sensing switch . When engine NOTE : Under certain conditions when is running , any attempt by the operator tractor is standing idle with the engine to leave the seat without first setting the running , hot engine exhaust gases may parking brake will shut off the engine . cause " browning " of grass . To eliminate 1 . Depress clutch / brake pedal all the way down and hold . this possibility , always stop engine when opping tractor on grass areas . 2 . Pull parking brake lever up and release CAUTION : Always stop tractor com - pressure from clutch / brake pedal . pletely , as described above , before leaving Pedal should remain in brake position . the operator's position . Make sure parking brake will hold trac - tor secure . THROTTLE CONTROL Always operate engine at full throttle . wAttachmentitch Push - In to Clutch S â¢ Operating engine at less than full throttle " Disengaged " Pull Out To reduces the battery charging rate . " Engage " â¢ Full throttle offers the best bagging and Throttle mower performance . TO USE CHOKE CONTROL Use choke control whenever you are start - ing a cold engine . Do not use to start a warm engine . Brake _ @ â¢ To engage choke control , pull knob out . Pedal Motion Slowly push knob in to disengage . " Drive . . . . Disengaged " Control Lever Position Position Parking Brake TO MOVE FORWARD AND " Engaged " Position BACKWARD STOPPING The direction and speed of movement is MOWER BLADES - controlled by the motion control lever . 1 . Start tractor with motion control lever in â¢ To stop mower blades , push attachment neutral ( N ) position . clutch switch in to disengaged position . 2 . Release parking brake . GROUND DRIVE - 3 . Slowly move motion control lever to â¢ To stop ground drive , depress clutch / desired position . brake pedal all the way down . TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT â¢ Move motion control lever to neutral ( N ) The position of the attachment lift lever position . determines the cutting height . IMPORTANT : The motion control lever â¢ Grasp lift lever . does not return to neutral ( N ) position â¢ Press plunger with thumb and move when the clutch / brake pedal is depressed . lever to desired position . ENGINE - The cutting height range is approxi - â¢ Move throttle control between half and mately 1 - 1 / 2 to 4 " . The heights are mea - full speed ( fast ) position . sured from the ground to the blade tip with NOTE : Failure to move throttle control the engine not running . between half and full speed ( fast ) posi - These heights are approximate and may tion , before stopping , may cause engine to vary depending upon soil conditions , height " backfire " . of grass and types of grass being mowed . â¢ Turn ignition key to " STOP " position and remove key . Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use . 1 1 Page: 12

TO STOP MOWER BLADES - â¢ The averagelawnshouldbe cut to ap - proximately2 - 1 / 2 inchesduringthe cool disengage attachment clutch control . season andto over3 inchesduring hot Af _ CAUTION : Do not operate the mower with - months . For healthierand betterlooking out either the entire grass catcher , on mowers lawns , mowoften and after moderate so equipped , or the deflector shield in place . growth . Push In To " Disengage " â¢ For bestcuttingperformance , grassover Lift Lever 6 inchesin heightshouldbe mowedhigh ; Highsition twice . Makethefirst cut relatively Po the secondto desiredheight . Position TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS Attachment _ - Gauge wheels are properly adjusted Clutch Switch Deflector when they are slightly off the ground when Pull Out To _ Shield mower is at the desired cutting height in " Engage " operating position . Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions . REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM ( ROS ) NOTE : Be sure tractor is on a flat level surface . Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse 1 . Lower mower and adjust mower to Operation System ( ROS ) . Any attempt by desired cutting height . the operator to travel in the reverse direc - 2 . Remove retainer spring and clevis pin tion with the attachment clutch engaged which secure each gauge wheel bar . will shut off the engine unless ignition key 3 . Lower gauge wheels to ground . Raise is placed in the ROS " ON " position . gauge wheels slightly to align holes , all'WARNING : Backing up with the at - in bracket and gauge wheel bar and tachment clutch engaged while mowing insert clevis pin . Gauge wheels should is strongly discouraged . Turning the ROS be slightly off the ground . " ON " , to allow reverse operation with the 4 . Replace retainer spring into clevis pin . attachment clutch engaged , should only 5 . Be sure all gauge wheels are in the be done when the operator decides it is same setting . necessary to reposition the machine with IMPORTANT : Be sure to readjust gauge the attachment engaged . Do not mow in wheels if you change the cutting height reverse unless absolutely necessary . of the mower deck . USING THE REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM - 1 . Move motion control lever to neutral ( N ) position . Retainer Spring 2 . With engine running , turn ignition key counterclockwise to ROS " ON " posi - tion . 3 . Look down and behind before backing . Clevis Pin 4 . Slowly move motion control lever to reverse ( R ) position to start movement . 5 . When use of the ROS is no longer TO OPERATE MOWER needed , turn the ignition key clockwise Your tractor is equipped with an operator to engine " ON " position . presence sensing switch . Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the ROS " ON " Position Engine " ON " Position engine running and the attachment clutch ( Normal Operating ) engaged will shut off the engine . You must remain fully and centrally positioned in the seat to prevent the engine from hesitating or cutting off when operating your equip - ment on rough , rolling terrain or hills . 1 . Select desired height of cut . 2 . Start mower blades by engaging at - tachment clutch control . 12 Page: 13

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH - TO OPERATE ON HILLS MENTS _ WARNING : Do not drive up or down Tow only the attachments that are recom - hills with slopes greater than 15 Â° and do mended by and comply with specifications not drive across any slope . Use the slope guide provided at the back of this manual . of the manufacturer of your tractor . Use â¢ Choose the slowest speed before start - common sense when towing . Too heavy ing up or down hills . of a load , while on a slope , is dangerous . Tires can lose traction with the ground and â¢ Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills . cause you to lose control of your tractor . â¢ If slowing is necessary , move throttle control lever to slower position . BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE â¢ If stopping is absolutely necessary , CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL push clutch / brake pedal quickly to brake The engine in your tractor has been position and engage parking brake . shipped , from the factory , already filled â¢ Move motion control lever to neutral ( N ) with summer weight oil . position . IMPORTANT : The motion control lever 1 . Check engine oil with tractor on level ground . does not return to neutral ( N ) position 2 . Remove oil fill cap / dipstick and wipe when the clutch / brake pedal is depressed . clean , reinsert the dipstick and screw â¢ To restart movement , slowly release cap tight , wait for a few seconds , re - parking brake and clutch / brake pedal . move and read oil level . If necessary , â¢ Slowly move motion control lever to add oil until " FULl " mark on dipstick is slowest setting . reached . Do not overfill . â¢ Make all turns slowly . â¢ For cold weather operation you should TO TRANSPORT change oil for easier starting ( See the When pushing or towing your tractor , be oil viscosity chart in the Maintenance sure to disengage transmission by placing section of this manual ) . freewheel control in freewheeling position . â¢ To change engine oil , see the Mainte - Freewheel control is located at the rear nance section in this manual . drawbar of tractor . ADD GASOLINE 1 . Raise attachment lift to highest posi - â¢ Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler neck . tion with attachment lift control . Do not overfill . Use fresh , clean , regular 2 . Pull freewheel control out and down unleaded gasoline with a minimum of into the slot and release so it is held in 87 octane . ( Use of leaded gasoline will the disengaged position . increase carbon and lead oxide deposits â¢ Do not push or tow tractor at more than and reduce valve life ) . Do not mix oil two ( 2 ) MPH . with gasoline . Purchase fuel in quanti - â¢ To re - engage transmission , reverse ties that can be used within 30 days to above procedure . assure fuel freshness . Transmission Engaged AI _ CAUTION : Wipe off any spilled oil or [ ] fuel . Do not store , spill or use gasoline near an open flame . IMPORTANT : When operating in tempera - tures below 32 Â° F ( 0 Â° C ) , use fresh , clean winter grade gasoline to help insure good cold weather starting . CAUTION : Alcohol blended fuels ( called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol ) can attract moisture which leads to separa - tion and formation of acids during storage . Transmission Disengaged Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of NOTE : To protect hood from damage an engine while in storage . when transporting your tractor on a truck To avoid engine problems , the fuel system or a trailer , be sure hood is closed and should be emptied before storage of 30 secured to tractor . Use an appropriate days or longer . Drain the gas tank , start means of tying hood to tractor ( rope , cord , the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty . Use fresh fuel etc . ) . next season . See Storage Instructions for additional information . 13 Page: 14

Never use engine or carburetor cleaner few seconds and then continue to push products in the fuel tank or permanent the control in slowly . This may require damage may occur . an engine warm - up period from several seconds to several minutes , depending TO START ENGINE on the temperature . When starting the engine for the first time AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP or if the engine has run out of fuel , it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from Before driving the unit in cold weather , the tank to the engine . the transmission should be warmed up as 1 . Be sure freewheel control is in the follows : transmission engaged position . 1 . Be sure the tractor is on level ground . 2 . Place the motion control lever in 2 . Sit on seat in operating position , depress clutch / brake pedal and set neutral . Release the parking brake and parking brake . let the clutch / brake slowly return to 3 . Place motion control lever in neutral operating position . 3 . Allow one minute for transmission to ( N ) position . 4 . Move attachment clutch to disengaged warm up . This can be done during the position . engine warm up period . 5 . Move throttle control to fast position â¢ The attachments can be used during 6 . Pull choke control out for a cold engine the engine warm - up period after the start attempt . For a warm engine start transmission has been warmed up and attempt the choke control may not be may require the choke control be pulled needed . out slightly . NOTE : Before starting , read the warm and NOTE : If at a high altitude ( above 3000 cold starting procedures below . feet ) or in cold temperatures ( below 32 F ) 7 . Insert key into ignition and turn key the carburetor fuel mixture may need to clockwise to start position and release be adjusted for best engine performance key as soon as engine starts . Do ( see " TO ADJUST CARBURETOR " in the not run starter continuously for more Service and Adjustments section of this than fifteen seconds per minute . If the manual ) . engine does not start after several PURGE TRANSMISSION attempts , push choke control in , wait _ , CAUTION : Never engage or dis - a few minutes and try again . If engine engage freewheel lever while the engine still does not start , pull the choke con - is running . trol out and retry . To ensure proper operation and per - WARM WEATHER STARTING ( 50 Â° F and formance , it is recommended that the above ) transmission be purged before operating 8 . When engine starts , slowly push choke tractor for the first time . This procedure will control in until the engine begins to remove any trapped air inside the trans - run smoothly . If the engine starts to mission which may have developed during run roughly , pull the choke control out shipping of your tractor . IMPORTANT : Should your transmission slightly for a few seconds and then continue to push the control in slowly . require removal for service or replace - â¢ The attachments and ground drive can ment , it should be purged after reinstall - ation before operating the tractor . now be used . If the engine does not 1 . Place tractor safely on level surface accept the load , restart the engine and with engine off and parking brake set . allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke as described above . 2 . Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in disengaged posi - COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50 Â° F and tion ( See " TO TRANSPORT " in this below ) section of manual ) . 8 . When engine starts , slowly push choke 3 . Sitting in the tractor seat , start engine . control in until the engine begins to run After the engine is running , move smoothly . Continue to push the choke throttle control to slow position . With control in small steps allowing the en - motion control lever in neutral ( N ) gine to accept small changes in speed position , slowly disengage clutch / brake and load , until the choke control is fully pedal . in . If the engine starts to run roughly , pull the choke control out slightly for a 14 Page: 15

4 . Move motion control lever to full forward position and hold for five ( 5 ) seconds . Move lever to full reverse position and hold for five ( 5 ) seconds . Repeat this procedure three ( 3 ) times . NOTE : During this step there will be no movement of drive wheels . The air is being removed from hydraulic drive system . 5 . Move motion control lever to neutral J 00272 ( N ) position . Shutoff engine and set parking brake . â¢ If grass is extremely tall , it should be 6 . Engage transmission by placing free - mowed twice to reduce load and pos - wheel control in engaged position ( See sible fire hazard from dried clippings . " TO TRANSPORT " in this section of Make first cut relatively high ; the second manual ) . to the desired height . 7 . Sitting in the tractor seat , start engine . â¢ Do not mow grass when it is wet . After the engine is running , move Wet grass will plug mower and leave throttle control to half ( 1 / 2 ) speed . undesirable clumps . Allow grass to dry With motion control lever in neutral ( N ) before mowing . position , slowly disengage clutch / brake â¢ Always operate engine at full throttle pedal . when mowing to assure better mowing 8 . Slowly move motion control lever performance and proper discharge of forward , after the tractor moves ap - material . Regulate ground speed by proximately five ( 5 ) feet , slowly move selecting a low enough gear to give the motion control lever to reverse position . mower cutting performance as well as After the tractor moves approximately the quality of cut desired . five ( 5 ) feet return the motion control â¢ When operating attachments , select a lever to the neutral ( N ) position . Repeat ground speed that will suit the terrain this procedure with the motion control and give best performance of the at - lever three ( 3 ) times . tachment being used . Your transmission is now purged and now ready for normal operation . MOWING TIPS â¢ Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance . See " TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING " in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual . â¢ The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming . â¢ Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has already been cut . Have the cut area to the right of the tractor . This will result in a more even distribution of clippings and more uniform cutting . â¢ When mowing large areas , start by turning to the right so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs , fences , driveways , etc . After one or two rounds , mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until finished . 15 Page: 16

TRACTOR CHECK REVERSE OPERATION ( ROS ) SYSTEM AIways observe safetyruleswhen per - forming any maintenance . â¢ When the engine is running with the BRAKE OPERATION ignition switch in the engine " ON " posi - tion and the attachment clutch engaged , If tractor requires more than five ( 5 ) feet any attempt by the operator to shift into to stop at highest speed in highest gear reverse should shut off the engine . on a level , dry concrete or paved surface , â¢ When the engine is running with the then brake must be checked and adjusted . ignition switch in the ROS " ON " position ( See " TO ADJUST BRAKE " in the Service and the attachment clutch engaged , and Adjustments section of this manual ) . any attempt by the operator to shift into TIRES reverse should NOT shut off the engine . â¢ Maintain proper air pressure in all tires ( See " PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS " BLADE CARE section of this manual ) . For best results mower blades must be â¢ Keep tires free of gasoline , oil , or insect kept sharp . Replace bent or damaged control chemicals which can harm rub - blades . ber . A CAUTION : Use only a replacement â¢ Avoid stumps , stones , deep ruts , sharp blade approved by the manufacturer of objects and other hazards that may your tractor . Using a blade not approved cause tire damage . by the manufacturer of your tractor is NOTE : To seal tire punctures and prevent hazardous , could damage your tractor and flat tires due to slow leaks , tire sealant void your warranty . may be purchased from your local parts BLADE REMOVAL dealer . Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion . 1 . Raise mower to highest position to al - OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM AND low access to blades . REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM ( ROS ) NOTE : Protect your hands with gloves and / or wrap blade with heavy cloth . Be sure operator presence and reverse 2 . Remove blade bolt by turning counter - operation systems are working properly . If clockwise . your tractor does not function as de - 3 . Install new or resharpened blade with scribed , repair the problem immediately . stamped " THIS SIDE UP " facing deck â¢ The engine should not start unless the and mandrel assembly . brake pedal is fully depressed , and the attachment clutch control is in the disen - IMPORTANT : To ensure proper assembly , center hole in blade must align with star gaged position . on mandrel assembly . CHECK OPERATOR PRESENCE 4 . Install and tighten blade bolt securely SYSTEM ( 45 - 55 Ft . Lbs . torque ) . â¢ When the engine is running , any at - IMPORTANT : Special blade bolt is heat tempt by the operator to leave the seat treated . without first setting the parking brake Trailing / _ " _ _ M - a - n - d - r - e ' - II _ ssem # should shut off the engine . â¢ When the engine is running and the Edge _ ! B _ ade / _ " , _ _ , f _ Y attachment clutch is engaged , any at - Blade Bolt " _ / - _ tempt by the operator to leave the seat should shut off the engine . ( Special ) _ _ . _ _ Star â¢ The attachment clutch should never op - Center Hole erate unless the operator is in the seat . ROS " ON " Position Engine " ON " Position TO SHARPEN BLADE ( Normal Operating ) NOTE : We do not recommend sharp - ening blade - but if you do , be sure the blade is balanced . Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced . An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and eventual damage to mower and engine . 17 Page: 18

TRANSAXLE COOLING â¢ The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel . Do not attempt The transmission fan and cooling fins to sharpen while on the mower . should be kept clean to assure proper â¢ To check blade balance , you will need a cooling . 5 / 8 " diameter steel bolt , pin , or a cone Do not attempt to clean fan or transmis - balancer . ( When using a cone balancer , sion while engine is running or while the follow the instructions supplied with transmission is hot . To prevent possible balancer . ) damage to seals , do not use high pressure NOTE : Do not use a nail for balancing water or steam to clean transaxle . blade . The lobes of the center hole may â¢ Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades appear to be centered , but are not . are intact and clean . â¢ Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion â¢ Inspect cooling fins for dirt , grass clip - of the steel bolt or pin and hold the pings and other materials . To prevent bolt or pin parallel with the ground . If damage to seals , do not use com - blade is balanced , it should remain in a pressed air or high pressure sprayer to horizontal position . If either end of the clean cooling fins . blade moves downward , sharpen the TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID heavy end until the blade is balanced . The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fluid maintenance is not required nfors - the life of the transaxle . Should the tra _ Blade axle ever leak or require servicing , contact a sears or other qualified service center . or Pin Center I / tole - _ V - BELTS BATTERY Check V - belts for deterioration and wear Your tractor has a battery charging - system after 100 hours of operation and replace which is sufficient for normal use . How if necessary . The belts are not adjustable . ever , periodic charging of the battery with Replace belts if they begin to slip from an automotive charger will extend its life . wear . â¢ Keep battery and terminals clean . ENGINE â¢ Keep battery bolts tight . â¢ Keep small vent holes open . LUBRICATION â¢ Recharge at 6 - 10 amperes for 1 hour . Only use high quality detergent oil rated NOTE : The original equipment battery on with API service classification SG - SL Se - your tractor is maintenance free . Do not lect the oil's SAE viscosity grade according attempt to open or remove caps or covers . to your expected operating temperature . Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary . TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to " leak " power . o ] 1 visccha _ tl e 1 . Remove terminal guard . NOTE : Although multi - viscosity oils 2 . Disconnect BLACK battery cable first ( 5W30 , 10W30 etc . ) improve starting in then RED battery cable and remove cold weather , they will result in increased battery from tractor . oil consumption when used above 32 Â° E 3 . Rinse the battery with plain water and Check your engine oil level more frequent - dry . ly to avoid possible engine damage from 4 . Clean terminals and battery cable ends running low on oil . with wire brush until bright . Change the oil after every 50 hours of op - 5 . Coat terminals with grease or petro - leum jelly . eration or at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 50 hours in one year . 6 . Reinstall battery ( See " REPLACING Check the crankcase oil level before start - BATTERY " in the SERVICE AND AD - JUSTMENTS section of this manual ) . ing the engine and after each eight ( 8 ) hours of operation . Tighten oil fill cap / dipstick securely each time you check the oil level . 18 Page: 19

TO SERVICE PRE - CLEANER TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL 2 . Wash it in liquid detergent and water . Determine temperature range expected 3 . Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth . before oil change . All oil must meet API service classification SG - SL . 4 . Saturate it in engine oil . Wrap it in â¢ Be sure tractor is on level surface . clean , absorbent cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil . â¢ Oil will drain more freely when warm . â¢ Catch oil in a suitable container . NOTE : If very dirty or damaged , replace pre - cleaner . 1 . Remove oil fill cap / dipstick . Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE when changing oil . 1 . Clean cartridge by tapping gently on 2 . Remove yellow cap from end of drain flat surface . If very dirty or damaged , valve and install the drain tube onto the replace cartridge . fitting . 2 . Reinstall precleaner cartridge , cover Oil Drain Valve and secure with knobs . IMPORTANT : Petroleum solvents , such as kerosene , are not to be used to clean the cartridge . They may cause deterio - Closed and ration of the cartridge . Do not oil cartridge . Locked Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry Position cartridge . Drain Yellow Cap Tube 3 . Unlock drain valve by pushing inward Cartridge slightly and turning counterclockwise . Cover 4 . To open , pull out on the drain valve . 5 . After oil has drained completely , close Foam and lock the drain valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise until the pin is in the locked position as shown . 6 . Remove the drain tube and replace the cap onto the end of the drain valve . CLEAN AIR SCREEN 7 . Refill engine with oil through oil fill dip - Air screen must be kept free of dirt and stick tube . Pour slowly . Do not overfill . chaff to prevent engine damage from For approximate capacity see " PROD - overheating . Clean with a wire brush or UCT SPECIFICATIONS " section of this compressed air to remove dirt and stub - manual . born dried gum fibers . 8 . Use gauge on oil fill cap / dipstick for CLEAN AIR INTAKE / COOLING AREAS checking level . For accurate reading , tighten dipstick cap securely onto the To insure proper cooling , make sure the tube before removing dipstick . Keep oil grass screen , cooling fins , and other at " FULl " line on dipstick . Tighten cap external surfaces of the engine are kept onto the tube securely when finished . clean at all times . Every 100 hours of operation ( more often ENGINE OIL FILTER under extremely dusty , dirty conditions ) , Replace the engine oil filter every season remove the blower housing and other cool - or every other oil change if the tractor is ing shrouds . Clean the cooling fins and used more than 100 hours in one year . external surfaces as necessary . Make sure AIR FILTER the cooling shrouds are reinstalled . Your engine will not run properly using a NOTE : Operating the engine with a dirty air filter . Clean the foam pre - cleaner blocked grass screen , dirty or plugged after every 25 hours of operation or every cooling fins , and / or cooling shrouds season . Service paper cartridge every removed will cause engine damage due to 100 hours of operation or every season , overheating . whichever occurs first . Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions . 1 . Remove knobs and cover . 19 Page: 20

MUFFLER CLEANING Inspect and replace corroded muffler and â¢ Clean engine , battery , seat , finish , etc . spark arrester ( if equipped ) as it could cre - of all foreign matter . ate a fire hazard and / or damage . â¢ Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline , oil , etc . SPARK PLUG ( S ) â¢ Protect painted surfaces with auto - Replace spark plug ( s ) at the beginning motive type wax . of each mowing season or after every We do not recommend using a garden 100 hours of operation , whichever occurs hose or pressure washer to clean your first . Spark plug type and gap setting are tractor unless the engine and transmis - shown in " PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS " sion are covered to keep water out . Water section of this manual . in engine or transmission will shorten the IN - LINE FUEL FILTER useful life of your tractor . Use compressed air or a leaf blower to remove grass , The fuel filter should be replaced once leaves and trash from tractor and mower . each season . If fuel filter becomes clogged , obstructing fuel flow to carbu - retor , replacement is required . 1 . With engine cool , remove filter and plug fuel line sections . 2 . Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow pointing towards carbu - retor . 3 . Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are properly positioned . 4 . Immediately wipe up any spilled gaso - line . Clamp Fuel Filt _ 20 Page: 21

ENGINE TO ADJUST CARBURETOR Maintenance , repair , or replacement of Your carburetor is not adjustable . If your the emission control devices and systems , engine does not operate properly due to which are being done at the customers ex - suspected carburetor problems , take your pense , may be performed by any non - road tractor to a Sears or other qualified service engine repair establishment or individual . center for repair and / or adjustment . Warranty repairs must be performed by an High speed stop is factory adjusted . Do authorized engine manufacturer's service not adjust - damage may result . outlet . IMPORTANT : Never tamper with the TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL engine governor , which is factory set CABLE for proper engine speed . Overspeed - ing the engine above the factory high The throttle control has been preset at the speed setting can be dangerous . If you factory and adjustment should not be nec - think the engine - governed high speed essary . Check adjustment as described needs adjusting , contact a Sears or other below before loosening cable . If adjust - qualified service center , which has proper ment is necessary , proceed as follows : equipment and experience to make any 1 . With engine not running , move throttle necessary adjustments . control lever to fast position . 2 . Check that swivel is against stop . If it is Stop not , loosen cable clamp screw and pull cable back until swivel is against stop . Tighten cable clamp screw securely . TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL The choke control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be nec - essary . Check adjustment as described 02119 below before loosening cable . If adjust - ment is necessary , proceed as follows : Swivel 1 . With engine not running , move choke Clamp Screw control ( located on dash panel ) to full choke position . 2 . Loosen knob and remove cover as - sembly from air cleaner . 3 . Choke should be closed . If it is not , loosen casing clamp screw and move choke cable until choke is completely closed . Tighten casing clamp screw securely . 4 . Replace air cleaner cover assembly and tighten knob . Clamp Screw 28 Page: 29

Immediately prepare your tractor for stor - blended fuels ( called gasohol or using age at the end of the season or if the trac - ethanol or methanol ) can attract moisture tor will not be used for 30 days or more . which leads to separation and formation of _ IkWARNING : Never store the tractor acids during storage . Acidic gas can dam - age the fuel system of an engine while in with gasoline in the tank inside a building storage . where fumes may reach an open flame â¢ Empty the fuel tank by starting the en - or spark . Allow the engine to cool before gine and letting it run until the fuel lines storing in any enclosure . and carburetor are empty . TRACTOR â¢ Never use engine or carburetor cleaner Remove mower from tractor for winter products in the fuel tank or permanent storage . When mower is to be stored for a damage may occur . period of time , clean it thoroughly , remove â¢ Use fresh fuel next season . all dirt , grease , leaves , etc . Store in a NOTE : Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable clean , dry area . alternative in minimizing the formation of 1 . Clean entire tractor ( See " CLEANING " fuel gum deposits during storage . Add in the Maintenance section of this stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or stor - manual ) . age container . Always follow the mix ratio 2 . Inspect and replace belts , if necessary found on stabilizer container . Run engine ( See belt replacement instructions in at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer the Service and Adjustments section of to allow the stabilizer to reach the car - this manual ) . buretor . Do not empty the gas tank and 3 . Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance carburetor if using fuel stabilizer . section of this manual . ENGINE OIL 4 . Be sure that all nuts , bolts and screws Drain oil ( with engine warm ) and replace are securely fastened . Inspect moving with clean engine oil . ( See " ENGINE " in parts for damage , breakage and wear . the Maintenance section of this manual ) . Replace if necessary . CYLINDER ( S ) 5 . Touch up all rusted or chipped paint 1 . Remove spark plug ( s ) . surfaces ; sand lightly before painting . 2 . Pour one ounce of oil through spark BATTERY plug hole ( s ) into cylinder ( s ) . â¢ Fully charge the battery for storage . 3 . Turn ignition key to " START " position for a few seconds to distribute oil . â¢ After a period of time in storage , battery 4 . Replace with new spark plug ( s ) . may require recharging . â¢ To help prevent corrosion and power OTHER leakage during long periods of storage , â¢ Do not store gasoline from one season battery cables should be disconnected to another . and battery cleaned thoroughly ( see " TO â¢ Replace your gasoline can if your can CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS " in starts to rust . Rust and / or dirt in your the Maintenance section of this manual ) . gasoline will cause problems . â¢ After cleaning , leave cables discon - â¢ If possible , store your tractor indoors nected and place cables where they and cover it to give protection from dust cannot come in contact with battery and dirt . terminals . â¢ Cover your tractor with a suitable pro - â¢ If battery is removed from tractor for tective cover that does not retain mois - storage , do not store battery directly on ture . Do not use plastic . Plastic cannot concrete or damp surfaces . breathe which allows condensation to ENGINE form and will cause your tractor to rust . IMPORTANT : Never cover tractor while FUEL SYSTEM engine and exhaust areas are still warm . IMPORTANT : It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor , fuel hose , or tank during storage . Also , alcohol 29 Page: 30

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL , NOT ACROSS HILL OO11 15 DEGREES MAX . down the face of slopes , never across the face . Do not mow _ b ARNING : To avoid serious injury , operate your tractor up and slopes greater than 15 degrees . Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control . Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes . I , Foldthispage along dottedlineindicatedabove . 2 . Hold page before you so that its _ eft edge is vertically para [ te [ to a tree trunk or other upright structure , 3 . Sight across the fold in the direction of hill sJope you want to measure . 4 . Compare the angte of the fold with the stope of the hitl . Page: 56